Player ratings as Black and Gold win MLS Cup on penalties
LAFC were crowned MLS Cup champions for the first time as they beat the Philadelphia Union 3-0 on penalties following an incredible 3-3 draw. Having already sealed the Supporters’ Shield during the regular season, LAFC were given home advantage in this winner-takes-all showdown. After a scrappy opening to the match, the Black and Gold struck […]
‘We’re third, we can’t be that bad’: Matt Doherty on Conte, comebacks and Spurs’ style | Tottenham Hotspur
Matt Doherty strides purposefully into the interview room ready to discuss a challenging period in his professional life and a number of wider issues at Tottenham. But first things first. Is it still Matt? Or must it be Matthew, as Antonio Conte insists on calling him, in the manner of a fond uncle? “Yeah, I’ve […]
Every word Mikel Arteta said on Potter, White 'surprise', Aubameyang and Chelsea vs Arsenal
The Gunners manager spoke to the press ahead of Arsenal’s Premier League clash against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ON www.football.london
Manchester United captain Katie Zelem praises Maya Le Tissier after England call-up
Maya Le Tissier joins five other Manchester United teammates in her first senior England call up CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ON www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Gerard Pique delivers emotional farewell speech to Barcelona fans
Saturday night saw Gerard Pique bow out as a Barcelona player, wearing the famous red and blue stripes for the final time in a pedestrian 2-0 win over Almeria. Manager Xavi substituted the defender 10 minutes from time, giving him the chance to bid farewell to the Camp Nou faithful and hug his teammates. The […]
Okereke steps up in Dessers’ absence; Ebuehi stars for stainless Empoli
The afternoon was a decent one for Nigerian stars, as they shone for their clubs Super Eagles striker Cyriel Dessers was unavailable for Cremonese, but compatriot David Okereke filled in perfectly, as he scored in their 2-2 draw at Salernitana. Dessers was ruled out of Cremonese’s visit to Salernitana on Saturday, but coach Massimiliano Alvini […]
Tunnel vision is the key principle of Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal reign | Arsenal
“We have Chelsea on Sunday, this is what I’m interested in.” Mikel Arteta’s response to the question of Takehiro Tomiyasu’s chances of being fit for the World Cup was jarring. Though Arteta had already expressed sympathy for the Japan defender’s predicament, he was reinforcing the importance to Arsenal of an away fixture signposted for some […]
Chelsea and Arsenal handed Wilfried Zaha transfer verdict as alternative contract plan suggested
Wilfried Zaha has been backed to represent some of Europe’s biggest clubs as faces an increasingly uncertain future at Crystal Palace, with Arsenal and Chelsea both linked to a transfer CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ON www.football.london
What Casemiro told former Brazil teammate about Premier League following Manchester United move
The Man United midfielder revealed his thoughts on the league to his former Brazil teammate. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ON www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Brendan Rodgers sends James Maddison message to Gareth Southgate after Everton win
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers has warned England’s Gareth Southgate that including James Maddison in his World Cup squad should not even be a debate. 25-year-old Maddison, who has not been involved at international level since November 2019, ended last season on a tear and has maintained that form this season, with six goals and four […]